Pain relief can feel like the finish line. After several weeks of chiropractic care, you may wake up with less stiffness, turn your head more easily, sleep through the night, or finally get through a workday without constantly thinking about your neck or back. Naturally, a question may come to mind: “If I already feel better, why does my chiropractor keep checking my range of motion, strength, symptoms, and function?” The answer is simple: feeling better is important, but recovery is about more than pain. Periodic examinations help your healthcare team determine whether your body is recovering, whether treatment remains appropriate, whether your rehabilitation program should advance, and—just as importantly—when to reduce or stop treatment. Evidence-based chiropractic care should not continue indefinitely simply because a patient once had pain. Measure progress and adjust the care plan based on the patient's response (Hawk et al., 2020; Whalen et al., 2022). For patients recoveri...
Abstract: Drinking alcohol increases the risk of several cancers, yet many Americans remain unaware of the connection. An October 2026 national survey found that approximately 42% of adults did not recognize alcohol's cancer risk. This article explains how alcohol affects DNA, identifies practical prevention strategies, and explores how nutrition, physical activity, medical screenings, and supportive chiropractic care contribute to community wellness. Imagine enjoying a cold beer at a family barbecue or sharing wine during dinner. Most people understand that excessive drinking can damage the liver. Fewer realize that alcohol also increases the risk of developing several cancers. For El Paso families, understanding this connection can support healthier everyday decisions. According to the Annenberg Public Policy Center (2026), approximately 42% of Americans remain unaware of or uncertain about alcohol's connection to cancer . The encouraging news? Understanding the risks provid...
